Bayless - William F.
Source: Crawfordsville Daily Journal May 25, 1894
William F. Bayless, died at his home on east Main street this afternoon at about 2 o'clock, of consumption. Mr. Bayless has been afflicted for some time, but has been able to perform light work until a few weeks ago when he was taken to his bed. Upon Sheriff Davis accession to his office. Mr. Bayless was appointed as one of the bailiffs, the duties of which he performed to the satisfaction of all. He was a quiet, unobtrusive citizen, but was a man highly esteemed by all who knew him. He leaves a wife and three children, two of whom are married. – thanks to Kim H
Source: Crawfordsville Daily Journal Saturday, 26 May 1894
The funeral of the late W. T. Bayless will take place from the Christian Church tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock, Rev. W. J. Howe officiating. Interment will be at the Masonic Cemetery. The funeral will be under the auspices of McPherson Post, G. A. R., of which the deceased was a member. The casket will not be opened at the church and all wishing to view the remains must call at the residence on Market Street tomorrow between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. - thanks to "S"
Source: Crawfordsville Daily Journal Monday, 28 May 1894
W. T. Bayless, whose death occurred at his home in this city, Friday, May 25, was the son of A. R. Bayless and was born in Montgomery County fifty two years ago, near Alamo. He was never rugged, but always delicate in health and for the past ten yeas has been a constant sufferer, yet those who were not intimately acquainted with him could not guess that he was an invalid, so patiently and so cheerfully did he bear his afflictions. He was a kind and loving husband and an indulgent father and was known by his many friends as an honest, upright man, kind and charitable to all. None can have a better record than this. He leaves a wife and three children; two sons and a daughter to mourn his loss. A large circle of relatives among whom is his aged father, two sisters and two brothers, realize that their loss is her eternal gain. The family wishes to return their thanks to neighbors and friends for their kindness and assistance during their sore affliction. They also heartily thank the G. A. R. Post for services during the funeral, they having borne the expense of the same. The services were held at the Christian Church yesterday at 2 o’clock, Rev. W. J. Howe officiating. The services at the grave in Masonic Cemetery were conducted by McPherson Post. – thanks to “S” for this one – one awesome typist